Satana Nes - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Satana Nes is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Satana Nes village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satana Nes is 516544. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.2 hectares and falls under the 364050 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Satana Nes village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satana Nes
According to the 2011 Census, Satana Nes village had a total population of 905 people, including 453 males and 452 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.83%, with male literacy at 80.41% and female literacy at 55.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 905 | 453 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 312 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 141 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Satana Nes
Satana Nes is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Satana Nes
Public transport in the Satana Nes is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Satana Nes is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Satana Nes is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satana Nes
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satana Nes village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satana Nes
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satana Nes village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satana Nes
Where is Satana Nes located?
Satana Nes village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satana Nes?
Satana Nes is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satana Nes?
The pincode of Satana Nes is 364050.
What is the population of Satana Nes?
Satana Nes had a total population of 905, including 453 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Satana Nes?
Satana Nes had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satana Nes?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satana Nes was 67.83%. Male literacy was 80.41% and female literacy was 55.18%.